Reviews…

When you discover your child has autism or communication challenges, it can be a very lonely place as a parent – you want to do everything you can to help your child thrive. We were keen to avoid some the pressured and reward based treatments out there (e.g. we were keen to avoid the treatments […]

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Daisy : Play2Talk Therapist

Level 3 Health and Social Care   Daisy trained and volunteered with St John Ambulance for 8 years which helped her establish a passion for helping and guiding others. Daisy studied Level 3 Health and Social Care, having 2 years of work experience working in SEND departments of mainstream schools before becoming a nanny. Amongst […]

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Our Nursery!

We have recently opened our very own nursery at our Pimlico Centre here in London. The Play2Talk Nursery specialises in supporting children with early language delays and/ or social communication difficulties to achieve their fullest potential through accessing a bespoke EYFS curriculum in small class sizes and high adult-child ratios. So far the nursery has […]

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Our Podcast!

We are very proud of the first 2 series of our amazing podcast Play2Pod. This podcast has proved to be a crucial first step for many parents on the diagnostic pathway for autism and other development related diagnoses across the world! The first series is a collection of stories of hope from parents who have […]

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Dr Ruth

Founder, Volunteer Chief Executive and Lead Consultant; Creator of the Play2Talk Approach

EdD; MA Autism and Education; PGCE; Dip Montessori; BA (hons)

Ruth is a qualified primary teacher (early years) and Montessori Teacher with an MA in Autism and Education and EdD. She is currently one of the leading experts in autism and early intervention approaches in the UK.

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Imogen

Assistant Consultant (London Team)

BSc Psychology ; MSc Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology; Certified Play2Talk Therapist

Having studied psychology at Bournemouth University, Imogen particularly enjoyed modules on the developing brain and it’s effect on autism and other developmental delays. She decided to further her studies in this area by undertaking a Master’s in Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology. Having completed work placements in school settings, Imogen has had many opportunities to spend […]

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David Fynn

David Fynn is an Irish actor/writer, probably best known for playing the original lead in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “School of Rock in the West End”. He has also worked extensively in Television shows including Dr Who, Sherlock, Game of Thrones, The Inbetweeners, Peep Show and is the voice of Biggie in “Trolls” on Netflix. David […]

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COVID19 Service Update

Since the UK government lockdown was announced in March 2020, Blue Sky has been continuing to adapt our services to meet the needs of our families, whilst adhering to all guidelines. This meant that we had to temporarily close both our centres and move to telehealth input. We have established a comprehensive range of online […]

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Sarah: Early Years Educator and Play2Talk Therapist

BSc in Psychology and Education Studies BTEC Level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development   After spending several years working in early years settings and completing her BSc in Psychology & Education studies, Sarah relocated to London and found her perfect role at Blue Sky. Sarah has always had a passion for working with […]

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Dr Ruth’s Yahoo UK Interview for Kate Thornton’s Up Close and Socially Distant Lockdown Show!

Dr Ruth was delighted to be asked to interview with Kate Thornton for the new Up Close and Socially Distant show on Yahoo UK It has been a very different time for many of us and we know for parents and carers of children with ASD it can be difficult and stressful at times. It […]

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David

Trustee

I was born and raised in Spain but now Scotland (and Oslo) is home for me. I decided to move over here nearly 6 years ago and it was an amazing decision as here I found the place where I want to live and develop my career. My first degree is in Drama by the […]

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Mouna: Speech Therapist and Play2Talk Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist, BSc Therapy and Health Management     Mouna is a trained Speech and Language Therapist from Germany. After graduating from University of Applied Science and the University Hospital in Münster, Germany in 2020, she was working as a Speech and Language Therapist in Germany and gained valuable experience in treating children […]

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Riaan

Trustee

The consistent theme throughout my career has always been my ability to drive develop, nurture and train individuals to deliver customer service standards to the highest levels and to ensure a well-developed workforce. I consider myself to be a strong communicator, presenter and also listener and I am able to work effectively in fast paced […]

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Tara Palmer Tomkinson- Remembering Our First Patron With Love

We were heartbroken to learn of the sad passing of our first ever patron and close friend of Blue Sky. Tara Palmer Tomkinson was such an amazing support to us and we will forever remember her kindness. Thanks to the wonderful Graeme Ogston at BBC Scotland for publishing this special tribute:   BBC Tribute

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International PRT comes to Scotland

We had such a great time hosting the international PRT conference in Stirling in June that we haven’t had time to write our news story about it! On June 16th and 17th 2016 we were delighted to host Drs Lynn and Robert Koegel from the University of California Santa Barbara for a 2 day PRT […]

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